38 CFR 4.71a -- Schedule of ratings—musculoskeletal system.
Displaying title 38, up to date as of 9/29/2025. Title 38 was last amended 9/29/2025.
Arthritis VA Ratings Explained: What Veterans Need to Know!
Mar 19, 2022 · Learn the 5 best ways to get a VA rating for arthritis. We break down arthritis VA ratings, show you what to expect at your arthritis C&P exam, and much more.
VA Disability Ratings for Back Pain | Tuley Law Office
The VA rating for facet arthropathy can contribute to the VA rating for degenerative arthritis of the spine. Both of these forms of arthritis are rated under code 5003.
Facet Arthrosis lower back rating - Veterans Benefits Network
Aug 11, 2024 · Facet arthritis is arthritis in a minor joint of the vertebrae. 10 percent of the population has it by age 30. Quite common. There should be negligible to no impact in ROM. …
Rating Schedule for Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System
Rating Schedule for Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System Diseases include: Arthritis, bursitis, caisson disease, fibromyalgia, gout, osteomalacia, ostemyelitis, osteoporosis, synovitis, …
Low back disability, (grade 1 anterolisthesis L5-S1 ...
Nov 23, 2017 · Entitlement to higher staged initial ratings for service-connected low back disability, (grade 1 anterolisthesis L5-S1, degenerative spondylosis, facet arthropathy, and low …
Arthritis in Veterans: VA Disability Ratings and Criteria ...
Jun 19, 2025 · Arthritis affecting your mobility? Learn how the VA evaluates joint pain and what disability ratings you may qualify for as a veteran.
Joint Pain VA Claims: What Disability Rating Can You Get?
May 27, 2025 · Joint diseases and dysfunctions recognized by the VA, disability ratings and criteria. Get maximum VA compensation for your service-connected joint pain.